Pronunciation of 'Cardiovascular'
The word 'cardiovascular' refers to the heart and blood vessels, often used in medical contexts. It is pronounced as 'ˌkɑːr.di.oʊˈvæs.kjə.lɚ' in American English.
Word Origin
The term 'cardiovascular' originates from Latin and Greek roots. 'Cardio-' comes from the Greek 'kardia,' meaning 'heart,' and 'vascular' derives from the Latin 'vasculum,' meaning 'small vessel.'
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
Relating to the heart and blood vessels, often used in medical contexts.
Pronounced as 'kar-dee-oh-VAS-kyuh-lur,' with stress on the 'VAS' syllable. 'Kar' as in 'car,' 'dee' as in 'dee,' 'oh' as in 'oh,' 'vas' as in 'vast,' 'kyuh' as in 'cue,' and 'lur' as in 'blur.'